UGC NET Topper Deeksha Makkar: From 4 Failures to All India Rank 1

• Deeksha Makkar, a PhD scholar from Panjab University Chandigarh, secured All India Rank-1 in UGC NET December 2025 in Public Administration.
• She achieved this success on her fifth attempt after failing four times, inspiring many students.
• Deeksha, from Ambala, prepared for three years and took online coaching for her successful attempt.
• Despite feeling disheartened after repeated failures, her family and PhD supervisor encouraged her to persist.
• Her goals include becoming an Assistant Professor and preparing for civil services, emphasizing academics and teaching.